As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Legislative Assistant in Dothan, AL is $43,720, equivalent to $21 per hour, $841 weekly, or $3,643 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Legislative Assistant in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Legislative Assistant in Dothan, AL vary widely, spanning from $33,692 to $51,912. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($38,471) and 75th percentile ($48,008), while top earners (90th percentile) make $51,912 per year. This $9,537 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Scheduling or Microsoft Word, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Dothan Legislative Assistant often earn 6.5% lower than national averages. However, Dothan currently ranks 804 statewide for Legislative Assistant job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Legislative Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $33,692 Dothan, AL September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $38,471 Dothan, AL September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $43,720 Dothan, AL September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $48,008 Dothan, AL September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Legislative Assistant Salary $51,912 Dothan, AL September 01, 2026
25% $38,471 10% $33,692 90% $51,912 75% $48,008 $43,720 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Legislative Assistant ?

A legislative assistant (LA) is a legislative staffer who works for a legislator by monitoring pending legislation, conducting research, drafting legislation, giving advice and counsel, and making recommendations....

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  1. This Job:

    Legislative Assistant

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Legal Secretary II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Dothan, Alabama    Dothan /ˈdoʊθən/ is a city in Dale, Henry, and Houston counties in the U.S. state of Alabama. It is the county seat of Houston County and the seventh ....More

Dothan, Alabama  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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